Overview
- Mohammad Amir, speaking on a Pakistani talk show, called India opener Abhishek Sharma a slogger and questioned his technical soundness.
- Harbhajan Singh publicly rejected that view, describing Abhishek as a complete batter with every shot and proven credentials.
- The former India spinner issued a "just wait and watch" message, saying Abhishek would trouble Pakistan if he stays at the crease.
- Harbhajan’s remarks came during an interaction highlighted on his YouTube platform alongside journalist Vikrant Gupta.
- The exchange sets the stage for on‑field verification in the T20 World Cup Group A fixture on Sunday at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.